• - 7+ years of experience developing complex backend systems for web platforms with proficiency in Python, preferably in combination with other complementary languages like Ruby, or Go
• Strong background in relational databases (we use PostgreSQL), messaging queues (e.g., Celery, RabbitMQ), and asynchronous programming
• Thorough understanding of the web stack
• Pragmatic problem-solving approach, balancing quick solutions with structural changes when necessary
• Objective discussion skills, valuing collaboration over competition
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken

Desirable

• Collaborate with Product Development teams, PMs, designers, and other engineers to enhance Polarsteps' features and functionalities
• Contribute to technical, infrastructure-heavy projects, addressing scalability challenges, improving stability, tackling technical debt, and enhancing the overall platform
• Develop and maintain our main API and related services, ensuring seamless support for web and mobile applications used by travelers globally
• Maintain an efficient development process, including timely code reviews, streamlined meetings, and effective asynchronous communication
• Partner with stakeholders to prioritize tasks, align with quarterly and yearly OKRs and enhance the overall developer experience with the guidance of the Tech Lead and fellow backend engineers